
Toonly
An intuitive drag-and-drop animation software for creating engaging whiteboard and explainer videos without complex skills.
Price: Premium
Categories:AI Animation ToolsAI Video Generators
Description
Toonly is an easy-to-use desktop software that allows individuals and businesses to create professional animated explainer videos, whiteboard videos, and marketing videos. With its drag-and-drop interface, users can select from a vast library of characters, props, backgrounds, and sounds, then animate them with simple clicks. The tool is designed for non-animators, marketers, educators, and small business owners who need to produce engaging visual content to explain concepts, promote products, or create educational materials. Toonly stands out by simplifying the animation process, providing a rich asset library, and offering a one-time payment option (often promoted) for lifetime access, making animated video creation accessible and affordable by automating many complex animation tasks.
How to Use
1.Download and install the Toonly software on your computer.
2.Choose a scene background from the library or upload your own.
3.Drag and drop characters, objects, and text onto the canvas.
4.Add animations to elements with a click, controlling entry and exit effects.
5.Record or upload voiceovers and add background music.
6.Preview your video and export it in various resolutions.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely user-friendly for non-animators.
- Large and growing library of characters, props, and backgrounds.
- Creates engaging animated explainer videos quickly.
- One-time payment option (often available) for lifetime access.
- No internet connection required after initial download for creation.
Cons
- Lacks advanced animation controls found in professional software.
- The animation style is specific and might not suit all branding needs.
- Requires software installation, unlike web-based tools.
Pricing
Toonly often promotes a "lifetime access" model with recurring yearly payments for updates/assets, or a monthly option
Pricing structure can be dynamic
Standard Plan:
$39/month (billed annually at $228/year, saving 51%) or $67/month (billed monthly)
Access to 30 characters, 17 character animations, 20 backgrounds, 20 props, 10 royalty-free music tracks, commercial license
Enterprise Plan:
$69/month (billed annually at $348/year, saving 58%) or $97/month (billed monthly)
Access to 80 characters, 30 character animations, 100 backgrounds, 100 props, 20 royalty-free music tracks, Toonly Club (new characters/assets monthly), commercial license
No explicit free trial, but they sometimes offer a money-back guarantee period (e.g., 30 days)
Refund policy: 30-day money-back guarantee mentioned.
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